Middle School Math Teacher 6th-8th Grades Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Middle School Math Teacher 6th-8th Grades 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Nashville, TN 37221 Middle School Math Teacher 6th-8th Grades

PHILOSOPHY

In partnership with parents, Nashville Christian School strives to give honor and glory to God through Jesus Christ by educating students in a loving, nurturing environment to be committed and productive Christian servants in all areas of this life and preparation for eternity. We, Nashville Christian School, believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God, that Jesus Christ is God’s son, and that the Holy Spirit dwells in each of us. We believe Christianity promotes high ideals, develops strong character, and holds the only promise of eternal life with God. Nashville Christian School, established by members of the churches of Christ, centers its entire program on Christian principles.

EXPECTATIONS

Act as a Christian professional who is respectful and responsible and demonstrates Christ’s love while helping students realize and pursue their full potential – spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially. Exemplify the school’s mission and vision to all stakeholders. Have a relationship with the Lord that includes active membership in a local church. Accordingly, every employee must be morally upright in public and personal life. Support the core beliefs held by the school. Employees will lead in dress, conduct, and attitude. Assist in promoting good public relations by addressing the needs of all stakeholders kindly, patiently, and efficiently. Understand and maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information. This includes but is not limited to student, administrative, and financial information. Communicate and collaborate positively with administrators, faculty, staff, volunteers, parents, and students. Be detail-oriented, well-organized, and self-motivated, able to work under tight deadlines and structure.

OBJECTIVES

The teacher has a relationship with the Lord that includes an active membership in a local church. Accordingly, each teacher must be morally upright in public and personal life. The teacher will support and teach the core beliefs held by the school. The teacher will lead in dress, conduct, attitude, and intellectual pursuit. The teacher will maintain a classroom environment that models Christ-like interaction and positively promotes student development while inspiring a love of learning. The teacher understands that as ambassadors for Christ, students are his or her first ministry. The teacher will use innovative teaching methods implementing critical thinking strategies. Lessons will contain hands-on, interactive activities incorporating technology using both iPads, laptops, and the Promethean Board. Instruction and assessment will be differentiated to challenge each student appropriately. The teacher will conscientiously provide accommodations to students with identified learning challenges in consultation with the school’s learning specialist. The teacher is responsible for finding ways to educate all children and it is the teacher’s duty to participate in professional development activities that foster this responsibility. Practices such as differentiated instruction, data-driven instruction, and identifying areas of weakness in students are crucial to developing the quality of classroom instruction. The teacher will consistently communicate expectations and progress to students and parents. The teacher will incorporate a variety of methods to communicate including conferences, phone calls, and email. The teacher will proficiently use Renweb as a tool to track attendance, document behavior, and post lesson plans and grades. The teacher will participate and initiate collaborative efforts between teachers of all departments. The teacher will support and participate in school-wide activities, particularly those pertaining to their students’ involvement.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with Math-related training or experience. Active membership in a church community. Completed FBI fingerprint clearance.

Core Skills:

Demonstrates personal self-discipline and is adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations. Has skills in communication, initiative, creativity, and problem-solving. Able to work in a team setting. Completed FBI fingerprint clearance. Complete a personal statement of faith.

Technical Knowledge:

Ability to use all applications of the

FACTS/RENWEB

platform. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

COMPENSATION NCS

offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for this position based on experience and qualifications. As an equal opportunity employer, NCS hires without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Full benefits apply (i.e., medical, vision, dental, life, AD&D, STD/LTD), 401(K), tuition discounts, and other employee benefits. _____________ I have read and agreed with this job description. (Initial and Date)